What are Mapping Sets?
Mapping sets are tools that allow you to replace incoming data values with desired output values. By applying them in mapping templates, you can translate data from external sources into a format that works best for your system.
How Do Mapping Sets Work?
Mapping sets operate through a simple two-column structure:
- Convert From Value: The incoming data value to be changed.
- To Value: The desired output value.
They’re particularly useful when categorizing products into FLX's three-tier category system (Category 1, 2, 3), ensuring consistency and accuracy.
File Upload for Individual Categories
- For each category (Category 1, 2, or 3), upload a separate file to manage mappings.
- Files uploaded to disabled categories will not be migrated. These files will be discarded automatically.
AI Category Mapping for Gunbroker Channels
The AI Category Mapping feature is exclusive to the Gunbroker channel. This intelligent tool automatically maps categories without requiring manual uploads.
Important Behaviors:
- When AI Category Mapping is enabled:
- All uploaded files and mapping sets are overridden.
- Mapping is handled exclusively by the AI tool.
- If you switch back to mapping sets:
- Previously uploaded files remain intact.
- The system resumes using these files for mapping upon saving.
To learn more about AI Category for Gunbroker click here.
How to Update Categories
- Go to Sales Channels: From the left navigation menu, select Sales Channels and choose the channel you want to update.
- Select the Category Mappings Tab: In the channel’s menu, you’ll see a Category Mappings tab.
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Upload or Modify Mapping Files
- Toggle each category (Category 1, 2, or 3) on or off.
- Click Upload File to import a CSV or spreadsheet for your mapping set.
- If you prefer AI Category Mapping (for Gunbroker), simply choose Use AI Category Mapping.
- Save Your Changes: Once done, click Save to apply your new or updated mappings.
Category Mappings
Below is an example screenshot of the Category Mappings tab under a Shopify channel. You’ll see separate upload buttons for Category 1, Category 2, and Category 3.
- Category 1, 2, 3 – Each tier can be toggled and assigned its own mapping set.
- Upload File – Lets you upload the CSV or spreadsheet that maps your “Convert From” values to your “To” values.
Important Notes
- Files uploaded to disabled categories are not migrated and will be deleted.
- You can download existing mapping sets by selecting Download File.